Monday, 20 February 2012

Savasana - Dead body pose

After the body has been stimulated by preforming the standing series, a two minute savasana is preformed to heal the body. Savasana is one of the most important parts of a hatha-yoga practice and it is often said that this is where the “magic” happens in the Bikram Yoga series. That magic is the healing that is created by the stillness of the pose. When the body is still the circulatory system is unobstructed and delivers oxygen, nutrients and white blood-cells to where it is needed. These materials are the building blocks of healing, which creates the therapeutic benefit of this pose.

BENEFITS:

Returns cardiovascular circulation to normal

Slows heart rate, reduces blood pressure

Teaches complete relaxation

Stills and calms the mind

Allows the body to absorb the benefits of the standing series

Build the ability to access relaxation when necessary – in stressful situations, before bed, etc.